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'Talk About Laminitis' initiative working well
Over 300 horses and ponies tested for PPID

A scheme offering free adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) tests is proving a success. Over 300 horses and ponies have so far been tested for pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) during the first seven weeks of the initiative, entitled 'Talk About Laminitis.'

Tests performed this spring revealed that PPID may affect up to one third of laminitic horses and ponies between 10 to 15 years of age, and the scheme has led to a reappraisal of the ages of horses tested for PPID.

Professor Andy Durham, from the Liphook Equine Hospital, commented: "For years we have known that horses and ponies with PPID are prone to laminitis, but recent evidence suggests that actually the majority of laminitis cases are caused by an underlying endocrine disease."

He added: "The last 24 months have been an absolute revolution in the number of laminitis cases tested for PPID, which is excellent medicine because if you don't test, you may be at risk of missing the diagnosis."

The scheme runs until the end of November. Vets can download free ACHT blood test vouchers here, and are encouraged to submit test from all cases of laminitis they see in horses from the age of 10.

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FIVP announces third series of Practice Matters

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 The Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices (FIVP) has announced a third season of its podcast, Practice Matters.

Hosted by Ian Wolstenholme, series three will focus on the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation, including a discussion about some of the expected impacts on independent veterinary colleagues.

Episode one launches on 13th January with guests Drs David Reader and Scott Summers, who will draw on their research into the CMA investigation and provide insights into themes such as transparency, pricing and consumer trust.

Ian Wolstenholme said: "In its third series, we will try and hone in on what the changes will mean in reality for independent practices with advice and guidance on implementation and delivery, drawing on the experience of our own team and other experts in the profession. Hope you can join us soon!" 

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Survey seeks ruminant sector views on antimicrobial stewardship

A new survey is seeking views of people working in the UK ruminant sector on how to tackle the challenge of demonstrating responsible antibiotic stewardship.

Forming part of a wider, collaborative initiative, the results will help identify the types of data available so that challenges with data collection can be better understood and addressed.

Anyone working in the UK farming sector, including vets and farmers,is encouraged to complete the survey, which is available at app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk